UNA & LAURA’S TOP TIPS


* “Make sure to consult with a kitchen expert


before you submit your planning to allow you to make changes.”


* “Think about getting your lighting plan early


and again consult an expert if you need help as theres a lot to think about and its important to get lighting right.”


* “Research your suppliers in advance and secure


your first choices as soon as possible because the best tradespeople book up fast.”


* “Use Excel to plan and track a detailed budget.


Make allowances for optional extras that you really want to include at the beginning so you know where to invest your money and always keep a contingency fund for unanticipated extras.”


* Remember that its your home. What suits


your taste wont suit eeryone. Dont worry about what other people think and make decisions that meet your needs.”


to be functional.”


They chose a bespoke in-frame solid wood hand-painted kitchen for the “seamless look,” plus Farrow and Ball paint in Lamp Room Grey and Downpipe for the units and island respectively. A Silestone Calacatta gold quartz worktop and backsplash added elegance and practicality to the space.


In designing the kitchen island, the couple aimed for a clear surface conducive to both entertainment and food preparation, opting to keep the hob and sink separate. “This was important as we had to make sure we had enough wall space in our kitchen design to accommodate our must-haes asserts Laura. Some of these included a pantry fie-ring induction hob, double side-by-side ovens, larder fridge, and larder freezer. The TV room adjacent to the kitchen was designed to strike a balance between openness and cosiness. To achieve this a sliding pocket door allows the space to be an open plan kitchen, dining and living space when open, yet retains the option to create a snug environment


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when closed. A square panelling feature wall and wall-mounted television further enhance the rooms aesthetic appeal and functionality. This is a very simple and cost effective design using D panels that finishes the room really well tells Una. There are some innovative design features that stand out; particularly in the downstairs area with the vaulted ceiling to the staircase, where the two skylights ood the space with natural light. “We wanted our entrance hall to feel like an open space but we eually didnt want to make this ecessiely large as we didnt think that would be a good use of space,” explains Una. The ceiling was the “perfect solution,” creating the illusion of a large expansive area without haing to add etra oor space. Complementing this architectural design, the couple selected a -bulb pendant light fiture. The staircase design itself was crucial; a walnut finish is is used for the handrail steps and scroll which adds warmth to the home. Poplar spindles, risers, and posts painted white creates a striking contrast. The ambient kicker lights


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